Elections

Why are socialists winning in NYC—but not in ‘progressive’ SF?

We may not have a Mamdani—yet—but there are hints of change in recent political developments.

Elections Tim Redmond - July 2, 2026

Wiener starts November race by attacking Chan, setting the tone for what could be a nasty five months

Chan says the magic words Wiener avoids—taxes on the rich—as the fall race starts to shape up

Campaign Trail Tim Redmond - June 21, 2026

Chakrabarti endorses Chan; Congressional race could be very close

The winner will not only go to DC but unlike Pelosi, will play a critical role in the future of local politics

Campaign Trail Tim Redmond - June 12, 2026

Wiener claims right-wing dark money is out to prevent him from winning. Seriously?

It's bizarre: He's raising money talking about right-wing donors attacking him, but they aren't supporting his opponent; mostly, they support Wiener. Look at the names.

Campaign Trail Tim Redmond - June 8, 2026

Elections

Tech plutocrats won a lot in the SF election ….

Tim Redmond - June 4, 2026

But I'm not so sure most voters buy into their not-so-hidden agenda. It's possible that Chan will be elected to Congress

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Supporters of Chakrabarti are helping elect Wiener

Tim Redmond - June 1, 2026

False allegations about Connie Chan and AIPAC are creating a rift that will be hard to repair in the general election.

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Low, low turnout so far for crucial local election; what does that mean?

Tim Redmond - May 28, 2026

Wiener opponents look for progressive votes as Preston, the only democratic socialist to hold local office in years, pushes for Chan

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Pelosi endorses Chan. What does that mean for the Congressional race?

Tim Redmond - May 18, 2026

Popular, powerful speaker emerita finally weighs in. Could this help Chan finish in the top two?

Elections

Broad coalition urges No on B vote

JJ Lansing - May 14, 2026

Advocates say it's a solution in search of a problem.

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Opinion

Progressives never push term limits

Tim Paulson - May 4, 2026

Opinion: In the labor movement, we elect the leaders we want. What's wrong with that?

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What the new Chakrabarti poll really shows

Tim Redmond - April 14, 2026

The real question is not just percentage—it's who votes

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The false narrative about SF’s real estate tax measure starts to emerge

Tim Redmond - March 26, 2026

Plus: Why Lurie's Charter reform would hurt tenants

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Race for Congress takes shape—even as Wiener ducks community groups he doesn’t like

Tim Redmond - March 18, 2026

Chakrabarti runs on the national left while supporting the local right; how will D2 and D4 supes races impact turnout?

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Democratic candidates run away from the billionaire tax

Tim Redmond - February 22, 2026

Discussion of economic inequality was rare at the state convention. Our report from Moscone Center

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Chakrabarti doubles down on support for Mahmood, Lurie

Tim Redmond - February 10, 2026

Congressional candidate insists that Mahmood is a "progressive' and says Lurie 'has been okay.'

Elections

So what if the billionaires leave California?

Tim Redmond - January 15, 2026

A member of Patriotic Millionaires says the rich probably won't flee a new wealth tax—but we might be better off if some of them did

Elections

Should I sign that petition? A handy guide to the clipboards you’re seeing on the streets

Tim Redmond - January 14, 2026

Make sure you know who is funding the the ballot measures before you sign.

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What we can take away from the first Congressional candidate debate

Tim Redmond - January 8, 2026

Wiener is the mainstream Democrat who won't support serious change; Chan is the local progressive, and Chakrabarti is running against the national party leadership

Elections

Rep. Nancy Pelosi’s real legacy

Tim Redmond - November 9, 2025

She was always a neoliberal Democrat who dismissed the left and put the party and its power ahead of her constituents at home

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Elections

Why are socialists winning in NYC—but not in ‘progressive’ SF?

Wiener starts November race by attacking Chan, setting the tone for what could be a nasty five months

Chakrabarti endorses Chan; Congressional race could be very close

Wiener claims right-wing dark money is out to prevent him from winning. Seriously?

Tech plutocrats won a lot in the SF election ….

Supporters of Chakrabarti are helping elect Wiener

Low, low turnout so far for crucial local election; what does that mean?

Pelosi endorses Chan. What does that mean for the Congressional race?

Broad coalition urges No on B vote

Progressives never push term limits

What the new Chakrabarti poll really shows

The false narrative about SF’s real estate tax measure starts to emerge

Race for Congress takes shape—even as Wiener ducks community groups he doesn’t like

Democratic candidates run away from the billionaire tax

Chakrabarti doubles down on support for Mahmood, Lurie

So what if the billionaires leave California?

Should I sign that petition? A handy guide to the clipboards you’re seeing on the streets

What we can take away from the first Congressional candidate debate

Rep. Nancy Pelosi’s real legacy

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